Senior Cost Manager

Our client, a leading international engineering, and infrastructure consultancy, is seeking a Senior Cost Manager to join their growing Project Controls team within the Wales & West region,based in either Bristol or Cardiff.Key Responsibilities of Senior Cost Manager:

• Lead and deliver cost management services across major infrastructure and energy projects.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor project costs, forecasts, budgets, and performance reporting.
• Support project teams with cost analysis, earned value management, and commercial reporting.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of project controls tools, systems, and processes.
• Assist with business growth, team development, and mentoring junior staff.
• Collaborate with wider project controls functions including planning and risk management teams.
• Support the preparation of client deliverables and strategic business initiatives.

Required Experience for Senior Cost Manager:

• Experience in cost management/project controls within infrastructure, energy, utilities, or construction sectors.
• Strong understanding of cost reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and Earned Value Management (EVM).
• Familiarity with industry-standard tools such as Power BI, PRISM, Oracle, Deltek, or similar systems.
• Knowledge of NEC/FIDIC contracts and commercial management principles.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and team collaboration skills.
• Degree qualified in a construction, commercial, engineering, or finance-related discipline.
• Professional membership (RICS, AACE, ICE, or similar) desirable.
• Previous consultancy and major projects experience preferred.

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